Treating deep sternal wound infection with pectoralis major flap transposition: a systemic factor analysis of efficacy and safety.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Deep sternal wound infection (DSWI) is a life-threatening postoperative complication of cardiac surgery. Currently, there are many therapies used to treat patients with DSWI. However, none of these therapies have been shown to be the optimal choice for patients with DSWI. Additionally, these methods may require additional facilities which limit their widespread use. Therefore, we aimed to investigate the effectiveness, safety, and risk factors related to the prognosis of DSWI patients treated with pectoralis major flap transposition (PMFT), a more concise method.

Methods

A retrospective, systemic analysis was conducted of DSWI patients at the Beijing Anzhen Hospital from January 2010 until December 2020. All the patients were diagnosed with DSWI according to the r

SUBMITTER: Hu Q 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11635220 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature